Civil Jurisdiction
(family, succession, leases, construction defects)
The civil jurisdiction deals with some of the most common disputes in everyday and business life: divorce, inheritance, leases and claims for construction defects.
Facing these proceedings requires a team with experience and strategic vision.
At Feliu Bellapart Abogados we offer solid and tailored solutions, whether through negotiation and mediation or through firm representation before civil courts across Spain, especially in the Balearic Islands and Mallorca.
Areas of practice in civil jurisdiction
Family Law
- Divorce and separation proceedings (by mutual agreement and contested).
- Child custody, visitation arrangements and maintenance.
- Marital agreements and settlement of the matrimonial property regime.
- Enforcement and modification of judicial measures.
Inheritance Law
- Challenging wills and inheritance claims.
- Partition of estates and disputes among heirs.
- Advice on succession matters with Taxation of Residents and Non‑Resident.
Urban, tourist and community leases
- Disputes between landlords and tenants: non‑payment, termination of lease, eviction.
- Proceedings related to Civil and Commercial Contracting under Balearic‑Islands law.
- Claims in owners’ associations and the condominium regime.
Construction defects
- Claims for construction defects in developments and homes.
- Liability of developers, builders, architects and technical professionals.
- Enforcement of guarantees and ten‑year insurance.
Our approach in civil jurisdiction
- Strategic analysis of the case to assess amicable or judicial routes.
- Comprehensive support at every stage: negotiation, mediation, claim and enforcement of judgments.
- Direct contact and full confidentiality, with a boutique service that combines technical rigour and sensitivity to each situation.
International perspective
Many civil proceedings in Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera involve foreign clients with properties, inheritances or contracts in Spain.
Our multilingual team (Spanish, Catalan, English, German, French and Swedish) provides tailored advice for this profile, ensuring legal certainty in cross‑border scenarios.
In civil disputes, peace of mind comes from knowing you have firm and close‑at‑hand representation.
In Mallorca, Feliu Bellapart Abogados offers robust legal solutions to protect your family, your assets and your relationships.
Frequently asked questions about civil jurisdiction
The time limit depends on the type of defect: it can range from 1 to 10 years, depending on the responsibility of the party involved and the seriousness of the defect.
Yes, although in many cases an agreement is reached beforehand that avoids the judicial procedure.
These cases require specialised analysis of Balearic‑Islands regional legislation, which sets strict requirements and significant penalties.
Yes, in our firm we manage successions and civil proceedings for non‑resident clients through notarial powers of attorney and full legal representation.